Manufacturing Test Technician A - 2nd Shift

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Florida is seeking an entry‑level Manufacturing Test Technician A to operate production test stations and perform standardized testing on components, assemblies, and finished products under supervision. You will ensure testing accuracy, safety, and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Essential duties include monitoring stations, recording results, verifying units, and escalating issues as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, plus 0–2 years post-secondary/Associate degree with related experience.
• Knowledge of basic instrumentation and Windows/Office tools is expected.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and interpret schematics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing test stations per work instructions and production schedules.
• Record test results accurately in required systems and logs.
• Verify units and test configurations before and after testing.
• Escalate equipment issues to technicians/engineering and support teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area in compliance with safety requirements.
• Occasional off-shift and overtime work; ability to lift up to 32 pounds.

Skills

Office tools

Electrical drawings reading

Computer skills (Windows/Office)

Instrumentation knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree (or higher)

Tools

Teradyne bed-of-nails

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Manufacturing Test Technician A
Job Code: 45262
Job Location: Malabar, FL
Job Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour days, 4 days a week

Job Description:

Manufacturing Test Technician A is an entry-level role responsible for operating production test stations and performing standardized testing on components, assemblies, and finished products in support of manufacturing operations. Working under close supervision and following established procedures, this position ensures product is tested accurately, safely, and efficiently while maintaining quality and production requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Operate manufacturing test stations in accordance with approved work instructions, test procedures, and production schedules.
• Monitor test station operation and identify basic faults, alarms, or abnormal results.
• Record test results accurately in required systems, logs, or production documentation.
• Verify units, serial numbers, part numbers, and test configurations before and after test.
• Remove failed units from the production flow and notify appropriate support personnel in accordance with standard procedures.
• Support basic station readiness activities such as setup verification, cable changes, fixture changes, and workstation organization.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area in compliance with safety, ESD, and quality requirements.
• Handle products and test equipment carefully to prevent damage and maintain production integrity.
• Escalate equipment malfunctions, repeated failures, or process issues to higher‑level technicians, engineering, or supervision.
• Support team production goals, shift turnover communication, and standard work practices.
• Must be able to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 32 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Team lifting or mechanical assistance must be used whenever required by established safety procedures
• Ability to work occasional off‑shift and overtime work.
• Ability to obtain Secret Security clearance

Qualifications:

• Requires developing job knowledge/skills. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Strong Office tool skills along with general instrumentation hardware and software knowledge
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics
• Good computer skills (Microsoft Windows and Office)
• Familiarity with the operation of Teradyne bed-of-nails test stations

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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